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Cook with Experience

On-site in Santiago de Compostela·Full-time·Added 3 days ago (last checked 6 Nov)

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Randstad España

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Our summary

Salary: €19,000 a year
About €1,410 a month after tax.
Hours: Split day (jornada partida)
Work mode: On-site, Santiago de Compostela
Contract: Permanent, full-time hours
Spanish: Expected (ad in Spanish)
Experience: 3+ years
Education: Vocational training (FP Grado Medio)

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Requirements

What we're looking for

Education: Intermediate or Higher Vocational Training in Cooking and Gastronomy, or a degree from a recognized hospitality school.
Experience: Minimum of 3 to 5 years in intermediate responsibility positions (Station Chef or Sous Chef) in high-turnover restaurants or gastronomic cuisine.
Technical competencies: Mastery of contemporary and traditional culinary techniques, control of sous-vide cooking, stocks, and internal temperatures.
Skills: Speed during plating, tolerance for working under pressure, neatness, problem-solving ability, and teamwork.
Availability: Immediate start and residence in Santiago de Compostela or surroundings with ease of commuting.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Contract type: Permanent / Full-time
Schedule: Split shift (11:30 to 16:00 and 20:00 to 23:30)
Rest: 2 and a half consecutive days
Start date: Immediate

The role

Do you master cooking temperatures with your eyes closed? Do you have the skills to lead a station under pressure and are you looking for job stability in Santiago? If you want to apply your technique to a consolidated project, this vacancy is for you.

What you'll do

Autonomously manage and lead the assigned station (mise en place, preparation, cooking, and plating).
Execute recipes and technical sheets, guaranteeing the quality, presentation, and cooking standards set by the Head Chef.
Control the stock of your station, waste, labeling, and optimal product preservation.
Coordinate the work of assistants or apprentices assigned to your station.
Comply with and strictly enforce hygiene and sanitary regulations (HACCP…).

Hiring process

2 steps1 interview

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About Randstad España

Randstad España is the Spanish branch of Randstad N.V., a global leader in human resources and staffing solutions. The company provides a wide range of workforce solutions, including temporary and permanent placement, recruitment process outsourcing, and HR consulting. With a strong presence in Spain, Randstad España connects thousands of professionals with job opportunities across various sectors, including industrial, technical, and customer service roles.

For international professionals, Randstad España offers a gateway to the Spanish job market, with numerous openings in technical maintenance, customer service, and administrative roles. The company values diversity and inclusion, and its extensive network of offices across Spain ensures support for candidates seeking employment in different regions. Randstad's global reach and local expertise make it a reliable partner for those looking to relocate and work in Spain.